GL Accountant

Hörmann North America; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading access solutions provider in Canada is seeking an Accounting Professional to handle various accounting functions, including billing activities, bank reconciliations, and month-end entries. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 2–4 years of related experience, and strong skills in accounting principles, SAP, and Excel. This role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative and values-driven workplace.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits

Generous vacation and paid time off

Company-supported retirement savings plan

Professional development and continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of accounting experience, ideally with general ledger responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor billing activities to identify, troubleshoot, and correct errors.
• Review daily margin reports to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Perform timely reconciliation of all bank accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and post all month-end journal entries in accordance with internal deadlines.
• Complete monthly account reconciliations and prepare related financial schedules and reports.
• Enter, reconcile, and verify biweekly payroll journal entries.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation and supporting schedules.
• Perform intercompany account reconciliations and ensure alignment across all entities.

Skills

Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP or relevant standards)

Proficiency with SAP

Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)

Excellent analytical abilities

High attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Your Key Responsibilities -

• Monitor billing activities to identify, troubleshoot, and correct errors.
• Review daily margin reports to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Perform timely reconciliation of all bank accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and post all month-end journal entries in accordance with internal deadlines.
• Complete monthly account reconciliations and prepare related financial schedules and reports.
• Enter, reconcile, and verify biweekly payroll journal entries.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation and supporting schedules.
• Perform intercompany account reconciliations and ensure alignment across all entities.
• Prepare and review commissions payable while ensuring accurate reconciliation of sales reporting.
• Participate in special projects and carry out additional accounting tasks as assigned.

What You Bring To The Role -

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Experience

• 2–4 years of accounting experience, ideally with general ledger responsibilities.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP or relevant standards).
• Proficiency with SAP and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• Generous vacation and paid time off.
• Company-supported retirement savings plan.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• A collaborative culture where your contributions are valued.

Our Values

At Hörmann, our core values guide how we work and grow together:

• Respect – Be Kind: We treat everyone with empathy and fairness.
• Teamwork – Stronger Together: We win as one team, across departments and geographies.
• Passion – Heart and Soul: We bring pride, purpose, and energy to everything we do.
• Courage – Be Brave: We act with integrity and confidence in every decision.

We are proud to foster a culture of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, where every team member is encouraged to bring their authentic self to work.

About Hörmann -

Hörmann is a global leader in access solutions serving residential, commercial, and industrial markets. Our North American team is growing rapidly, and we’re focused on building something exceptional — together. If you’re passionate about solving technical challenges and supporting innovative products, we’d love to hear from you.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Bring your accounting expertise, analytical mindset, and commitment to accuracy to a company that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. Apply today and help strengthen the financial foundation of HCAN as we continue to move forward.